Lake Wenatchee

& Entiat Valley

Groomed

Snowmobile

Routes

Lake Wenatchee Ranger Station... (509) 763-3103

for Snow Grooming Hotline ........... press 5

Leavenworth Ranger Station......... (509) 548-2550

Entiat Ranger Station .................... (509) 784-1511

For emergencies call “911” or contact 

Chelan County Sheriff’s Office ...... (509) 663-9911

www.fs.usda.gov/okawen

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SNOWMOBILERS CODE

I recognize that people will judge all 

snowmobilers by my actions.

I will not ride under the influence of 

alcohol.

I will ride cautiously and within my 

ability.

I will know the regulations for 

snowmobile use in the areas that I 

ride.

I will keep to the right and yield the 

trail right-of-way. 

I will slow down when approaching 

or overtaking other trail users.

I will not snowmobile where use is 

prohibited. 

I will be respectful when riding near 

skiers, snowshoers, or dogsledders.

I will not litter trails, nor will I pollute 

streams or lakes. 

I will pack out everything I pack in.

I will not damage living trees, shrubs, 

or other natural features.

I will respect all private and public 

property.

I will not harass wildlife.

I will lend a helping hand when I see 

someone in distress.
SLOW DOWN STAY RIGHT SHARE THE COUNTRY

CARRY THE FOLLOWING

Proper clothing, extra gloves and hat, space blanket

Helmet, sunglasses or goggles

Emergency food rations

Tools for snowmobiles repairs, siphon hose

Tow strap, extra plugs and drive belt

Waterproof matches, lighter, and fire starter

Compass or handheld GPS, and map

9' x 12' plastic tarp and some 1/4" nylon rope

First-Aid kit

Shovel, flashlight, knife, hand saw or hatchet

Drinking water

Litter bag (and use it)

BEFORE YOU GO

Plan your route and stick to it.

Inform someone of your route and planned return.

Travel with at least two snowmobiles in your party.

Know how to make repairs and carry a repair kit.

Have enough fuel for your trip.

Check weather and avalanche forecasts.

IF YOU GET LOST OR HAVE TROUBLE

Don't panic. Think and decide on a plan of action.

Stay together, build a fire and shelter to stay warm.

Conserve your energy and warmth.

Trust your compass or GPS unit.

Back track if possible. If not, remain in place.

Make a signal such as smoke from a fire.

SAFER ROUTES

Dense timber

Valley floors

Windward slopes

Ridge lines

AVOID

Steep, open slopes

Gullies and terrain traps

Cornices, deep wet snow

Rapidly changing weather

AVALANCHE

AWARENESS

RESPECT POSTED LANDS

Do not damage or run over fences.

Stay off posted private property.

Keep snowmobiles off marked ski trails.

Snowmobiles are prohibited in Wilderness.

Groomed Route Descriptions

Fish Lake Route 

Trinity

Meadow Creek Loop

Pole Ridge/Snowcone

Lower Chiwawa

Twin Creek/Alder Creek

French Corral/Ardenvoir

Faultline/Beaver Creek

Moe Ridge

Entiat Ridge

Miners Ridge Loop

Indian Creek/Gold Ridge

Views of Fish Lake. Accesses Lake Wenatchee Airstrip and the Recreation Club. 

Follows Chiwawa River up scenic valley to Trinity mining town site, now privately owned.

Accesses Meadow Ridge and the Brushy Creek spur. Nice easy loop.

Great views of Lake Wenatchee. Winter wildlife interpretive signs at base of Snowcone. 

Accesses Chiwawa Pines residential area and Loop Hill.

Scenic route with several intersecting loops.

Ties Lake Wenatchee trail system to French Corral and the Mad River Sno-Park. 

Upper portion provides views of Lake Wenatchee area. 

Panoramic views. Windswept ridge invites the adventure seeking snowmobiler.

Provides scenic loop options along Entiat Ridge and down into Entiat Valley.

Accesses Sugarloaf Lookout and panoramic views.

Gold Ridge provides a large open area created by the 1994 fires.

WHEN SOMEONE IS OVERDUE

Contact the Sheriff’s Office or the Forest Service.